Climate, Health, And Equity Authors: Donald E. Metz and The Editorial Staff

https://www.healthaffairs.org/doi/10.1377/hlthaff.2026.00469 Intensifying effects of climate change are seen in human, community, and ecological health, often affecting vulnerable communities disproportionately. In addition, they put added strain on medical, public health, and social services systems. This issue of Health Affairs features a wide range of topics exploring these effects, adaptations and interventions, and community-based issues and efforts.